The makers of 'The Big Bang Theory' spinoff 'Stuart Fails to Save the Universe' have unveiled a teaser for the series. The show is set to premiere on July 23, with new episodes dropping weekly thereafter.
Cast and Plot
The series stars Kevin Sussman as Stuart Bloom, Lauren Lapkus as Denise, Brian Posehn as Bert, and John Ross Bowie as Barry Kripke. According to the logline, 'Comic book store owner Stuart Bloom is tasked with restoring reality after he breaks a device built by Sheldon and Leonard, accidentally bringing about a multiverse Armageddon. Stuart is aided in this quest by his girlfriend Denise, geologist friend Bert, and quantum physicist/all-around pain in the ass Barry Kripke. Along the way, they meet alternate-universe versions of characters from 'The Big Bang Theory.' As the title implies, things don't go well.'
Development and Production
The show was originally announced as being in development in April 2023. It hails from co-creators Chuck Lorre, Zak Penn, and Bill Prady. The series is produced by Chuck Lorre Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television, where Lorre is under an overall deal. HBO Max shared the teaser on their Instagram handle.
Expanding the Universe
This will be the fourth show in the 'Big Bang' universe. The original series ran for 12 highly-rated seasons on CBS. The prequel 'Young Sheldon' wrapped up its seven-season run in May 2024. Another spinoff, 'Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage' starring Montana Jordan and Emily Osment, debuted on October 17, 2024.
